Position: Windows/Dell Infra Admin Location: Rugby, UK Duration: Permanent JOB DESCRIPTION: As a Senior Windows Infrastructure Admin/Engineer, you'll have a broad remit of responsibilities across the entire Windows infrastructure, service operations and support, including Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Group policy, MFA (Multi-Factor Authentication) and Windows Server 2003 to 2012 R2 and Widows desktop solutions. You will proactively troubleshoot complex issues, devising innovative solutions and proactively introducing improvements, enhancements, and automation. Working with a wide variety of platforms and programming languages, you will be a key player in delivering a reliable, high-quality trading environment as part of a diverse, globally distributed team. Essential Responsibilities/Qualifications: Take ownership of Active Directory and Windows Server infrastructure, service operations and support. Proven track record in a similar role supporting and maintaining Microsoft AD & Server Environments. Lead on all phases of Active Directory and Windows Server estate life cycle management. Lead on troubleshooting Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, MFA and Group Policy issues. Strong technical experience in administering MFA (Multi-Factor Authentication) technologies across server and client components. Actively manage and monitor Active Directory and Server estate related ServiceNow tickets, and remediations from monitoring and alerting systems. Strong Windows Support Skills - 2012 to 2019. Experience in supporting MS Exchange. Experience in Microsoft 365 services and Endpoint Manager Good knowledge of VMWare ESX. Strong PowerShell, SCCM and SCOM skills. Contribute to IT infrastructure related security, maintenance, performance, capacity, and life cycle management. Contribute reports on infrastructure operations, services, and major incidents. Create and maintain work plans, design, and operations documentation sets. Create and review change requests to support project delivery and operational change. Work as part of a team to deliver complex solutions as lead specialist, project team resource or technical support. Good understanding of ITIL & related processes. Liaise with third parties and vendors. ITILv3/ITIL4 certified or recent relevant experience working in ITIL controlled environment. Experience writing process documentation including operational support guidelines, policies, and procedures. Strong Change management, Incident Management and Problem Management processes. Ability to create and maintain technical and design documents. Must be willing to work out of Rugby, UK site (subject to COVID regulations). Candidate must have the valid SC Clearance. Look forward to your response at earliest.
18/04/2024
Full time
Position: Windows/Dell Infra Admin Location: Rugby, UK Duration: Permanent JOB DESCRIPTION: As a Senior Windows Infrastructure Admin/Engineer, you'll have a broad remit of responsibilities across the entire Windows infrastructure, service operations and support, including Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Group policy, MFA (Multi-Factor Authentication) and Windows Server 2003 to 2012 R2 and Widows desktop solutions. You will proactively troubleshoot complex issues, devising innovative solutions and proactively introducing improvements, enhancements, and automation. Working with a wide variety of platforms and programming languages, you will be a key player in delivering a reliable, high-quality trading environment as part of a diverse, globally distributed team. Essential Responsibilities/Qualifications: Take ownership of Active Directory and Windows Server infrastructure, service operations and support. Proven track record in a similar role supporting and maintaining Microsoft AD & Server Environments. Lead on all phases of Active Directory and Windows Server estate life cycle management. Lead on troubleshooting Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, MFA and Group Policy issues. Strong technical experience in administering MFA (Multi-Factor Authentication) technologies across server and client components. Actively manage and monitor Active Directory and Server estate related ServiceNow tickets, and remediations from monitoring and alerting systems. Strong Windows Support Skills - 2012 to 2019. Experience in supporting MS Exchange. Experience in Microsoft 365 services and Endpoint Manager Good knowledge of VMWare ESX. Strong PowerShell, SCCM and SCOM skills. Contribute to IT infrastructure related security, maintenance, performance, capacity, and life cycle management. Contribute reports on infrastructure operations, services, and major incidents. Create and maintain work plans, design, and operations documentation sets. Create and review change requests to support project delivery and operational change. Work as part of a team to deliver complex solutions as lead specialist, project team resource or technical support. Good understanding of ITIL & related processes. Liaise with third parties and vendors. ITILv3/ITIL4 certified or recent relevant experience working in ITIL controlled environment. Experience writing process documentation including operational support guidelines, policies, and procedures. Strong Change management, Incident Management and Problem Management processes. Ability to create and maintain technical and design documents. Must be willing to work out of Rugby, UK site (subject to COVID regulations). Candidate must have the valid SC Clearance. Look forward to your response at earliest.
Senior SysOps Engineer - Nottingham/remote - up to £50,000 plus package & on-call bonus I have an exciting opportunity to join a well-established organisation as a Senior SysOps Engineer! you will be working on business-critical, high-load transactional systems, bringing your expertise in managing an environment built largely on Microsoft and VMware technologies. Responsibilities: Managing and supporting infrastructure in both on-prem and cloud environments Making sure components are optimised for availability & performance. Deep diving into security features to ensure the security of our systems and data. Automating manual or repetitive tasks as much as possible, for example with SCORCH; Handling both BAU activities and project work Ensuring system stability during extreme peaks. Experience/skills required: years in a similar role, or longer doing 2nd/3rd line support. You have a strong understanding of scalable web systems. You have a deep understanding of Windows Server and Domain Infrastructure including AD DS, DNS, NPS, DFS, GPO, and PKI. You're well-versed in managing VMware server virtualisation or another production-ready Hypervisor utilising enterprise-grade features (SAN, HA, vMotion, Fault-Tolerance, clustering etc). You're familiar with managing applications running .NET 4.8 or dot.NET Core under IIS You're on top of networking and connectivity, including BGP, and LACP. You're an advocate for security topics, including threat analysis, security scanning - setup and analysis of results. Experienced in Scripting and automation in PowerShell or similar. Experienced with monitoring systems such as SCOM, Splunk and the TIG stack. Desirable: Hands-on experience with traffic management or load-balancing systems. Experience in managing workloads in the public cloud (Azure or AWS). Good understanding of Linux operating systems. Crash dump analysis. Experience with PostgreSQL/MSSQL. Familiarity with Redis and Elastic Search. Senior SysOps Engineer - Nottingham/remote - up to £50,000 plus package & on-call bonus
18/04/2024
Full time
Senior SysOps Engineer - Nottingham/remote - up to £50,000 plus package & on-call bonus I have an exciting opportunity to join a well-established organisation as a Senior SysOps Engineer! you will be working on business-critical, high-load transactional systems, bringing your expertise in managing an environment built largely on Microsoft and VMware technologies. Responsibilities: Managing and supporting infrastructure in both on-prem and cloud environments Making sure components are optimised for availability & performance. Deep diving into security features to ensure the security of our systems and data. Automating manual or repetitive tasks as much as possible, for example with SCORCH; Handling both BAU activities and project work Ensuring system stability during extreme peaks. Experience/skills required: years in a similar role, or longer doing 2nd/3rd line support. You have a strong understanding of scalable web systems. You have a deep understanding of Windows Server and Domain Infrastructure including AD DS, DNS, NPS, DFS, GPO, and PKI. You're well-versed in managing VMware server virtualisation or another production-ready Hypervisor utilising enterprise-grade features (SAN, HA, vMotion, Fault-Tolerance, clustering etc). You're familiar with managing applications running .NET 4.8 or dot.NET Core under IIS You're on top of networking and connectivity, including BGP, and LACP. You're an advocate for security topics, including threat analysis, security scanning - setup and analysis of results. Experienced in Scripting and automation in PowerShell or similar. Experienced with monitoring systems such as SCOM, Splunk and the TIG stack. Desirable: Hands-on experience with traffic management or load-balancing systems. Experience in managing workloads in the public cloud (Azure or AWS). Good understanding of Linux operating systems. Crash dump analysis. Experience with PostgreSQL/MSSQL. Familiarity with Redis and Elastic Search. Senior SysOps Engineer - Nottingham/remote - up to £50,000 plus package & on-call bonus
Service Desk Engineer - Manufacturing Company - £38k + Package 2nd Line Support Engineer required by a leading manufacturing company to take on a challenging new role. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to advance their career towards a more independent role, with exposure to a wider range of technology solutions. Reporting to the IT Operations & Infrastructure Manager, the service desk engineer will ensure that solutions are well-maintained and supportable. This role would suit a Senior Service Desk & End-User Compute Engineer who has a broad background supporting across a variety of technologies. An excellent training and development programme including a budget for external training and certifications, so progression opportunities in this role are fantastic. Overview: Permanent role with a salary of up to £38k basic + benefits package. Fully onsite position, no hybrid options available. Portbury office 4 days a week and 1 day a week at their office in Trowbridge to be part of the wider team. Working hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm. Available for out of hours support for any critical production issues. Requirements: Experience providing 2nd line technical support and desk side support Windows Server/Print Services Active Directory Advanced knowledge in Computer Hardware Advanced knowledge in Common Software applications Advanced knowledge in Microsoft Operating system Proficient knowledge in Printer Hardware Proficient knowledge in configuring and troubleshooting networking, wireless and VPN features of end-user devices Proficient knowledge in Ticketing software Microsoft Office & Office 365 applications Desired Skills: VMware virtualisation knowledge. Network and server hardware and components IT qualifications may include A+ Certification CompTIA A+ Certification Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP) certification in desktop area Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification
17/04/2024
Full time
Service Desk Engineer - Manufacturing Company - £38k + Package 2nd Line Support Engineer required by a leading manufacturing company to take on a challenging new role. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to advance their career towards a more independent role, with exposure to a wider range of technology solutions. Reporting to the IT Operations & Infrastructure Manager, the service desk engineer will ensure that solutions are well-maintained and supportable. This role would suit a Senior Service Desk & End-User Compute Engineer who has a broad background supporting across a variety of technologies. An excellent training and development programme including a budget for external training and certifications, so progression opportunities in this role are fantastic. Overview: Permanent role with a salary of up to £38k basic + benefits package. Fully onsite position, no hybrid options available. Portbury office 4 days a week and 1 day a week at their office in Trowbridge to be part of the wider team. Working hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm. Available for out of hours support for any critical production issues. Requirements: Experience providing 2nd line technical support and desk side support Windows Server/Print Services Active Directory Advanced knowledge in Computer Hardware Advanced knowledge in Common Software applications Advanced knowledge in Microsoft Operating system Proficient knowledge in Printer Hardware Proficient knowledge in configuring and troubleshooting networking, wireless and VPN features of end-user devices Proficient knowledge in Ticketing software Microsoft Office & Office 365 applications Desired Skills: VMware virtualisation knowledge. Network and server hardware and components IT qualifications may include A+ Certification CompTIA A+ Certification Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP) certification in desktop area Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification
A School in Ealing are seeking a Deputy IT Manager to join their IT function. The Deputy IT Manager will work within the Service Desk Team developing and providing support for the IT Infrastructure across the school site ensuring effective operation and availability. The role will involve supporting the IT Manager and acting as an escalation point for the IT service desk team. While the role is primarily 3rd line involving team supervision and project support, it is expected that the Deputy IT Manager will also be involved with other support tasks, including assisting end users and supporting school events. Requirements Management Daily supervision, training and development of staff within the service desk team Promote best practices and ensure teachers are benefiting from the full potential of IT systems Assist the IT Manager in the delivery of IT development plans Oversee the helpdesk ticket system and assign staff appropriately Document IT procedures and create IT admin guides Deputise for the IT Manager as required IT Service Desk Ensure the IT Service Desk is offering a quality support service to all end users through efficient and effective practices as directed by the Network Manager. Ensure the technical knowledge base repository is maintained and kept up to date. Ensure that tickets are resolved in line with agreed SLAs staff are informed of progress regarding solutions. Act as an additional point of contact regarding technical issues raised by staff. Represent the IT manager by taking ownership of issues raised by resolving disputes/complaints. Disaster Recovery/Data Backups Support the maintenance of an effective backup and disaster recovery strategy to ensure against loss of data through VEEAM. Network Infrastructure Support the IT Manager in the operational management and control of technical aspects of the installation, configuration and maintenance of the school's software and network infrastructure Experience Required NVQ Level 4 Network Engineer or CompTIA A+ ITIL v3/v4 Microsoft Certifications (Azure, Server Admin, OS) GCSE pass in Maths and English 9-4 (A-C) Cisco CCNA 200-301 Project Managment Experience of a school setting Line management of IT staff Working with senior stakeholders Experience of working in the education sector Scoping and managing projects Coaching and mentoring skills Demonstrable experience of delivering training Producing user guides and procedures Experience in working with large and complex computer networks based on Microsoft Azure Active Directory.
17/04/2024
Full time
A School in Ealing are seeking a Deputy IT Manager to join their IT function. The Deputy IT Manager will work within the Service Desk Team developing and providing support for the IT Infrastructure across the school site ensuring effective operation and availability. The role will involve supporting the IT Manager and acting as an escalation point for the IT service desk team. While the role is primarily 3rd line involving team supervision and project support, it is expected that the Deputy IT Manager will also be involved with other support tasks, including assisting end users and supporting school events. Requirements Management Daily supervision, training and development of staff within the service desk team Promote best practices and ensure teachers are benefiting from the full potential of IT systems Assist the IT Manager in the delivery of IT development plans Oversee the helpdesk ticket system and assign staff appropriately Document IT procedures and create IT admin guides Deputise for the IT Manager as required IT Service Desk Ensure the IT Service Desk is offering a quality support service to all end users through efficient and effective practices as directed by the Network Manager. Ensure the technical knowledge base repository is maintained and kept up to date. Ensure that tickets are resolved in line with agreed SLAs staff are informed of progress regarding solutions. Act as an additional point of contact regarding technical issues raised by staff. Represent the IT manager by taking ownership of issues raised by resolving disputes/complaints. Disaster Recovery/Data Backups Support the maintenance of an effective backup and disaster recovery strategy to ensure against loss of data through VEEAM. Network Infrastructure Support the IT Manager in the operational management and control of technical aspects of the installation, configuration and maintenance of the school's software and network infrastructure Experience Required NVQ Level 4 Network Engineer or CompTIA A+ ITIL v3/v4 Microsoft Certifications (Azure, Server Admin, OS) GCSE pass in Maths and English 9-4 (A-C) Cisco CCNA 200-301 Project Managment Experience of a school setting Line management of IT staff Working with senior stakeholders Experience of working in the education sector Scoping and managing projects Coaching and mentoring skills Demonstrable experience of delivering training Producing user guides and procedures Experience in working with large and complex computer networks based on Microsoft Azure Active Directory.
Your new company I am working with an industry-leading company specialising in cutting-edge multi-link connectivity solutions. Their innovative approach combines various network connections to create a highly efficient and robust virtual pipeline. With their state-of-the-art technology, which is compatible with any customer premises equipment (CPE), and our cloud-agnostic and auto-scaling Back End, we deliver optimal performance for mass-market applications. Your new role Your new role as a Network & System Engineer will involve a range of responsibilities. You will collaborate closely with senior management to define the long-term roadmap for their network infrastructure. Working alongside the Head of DevOps, you will actively participate in designing and architecting the enterprise network and systems. Your expertise will be crucial in implementing new network functions and systems, ensuring they are integrated smoothly with existing infrastructure. In addition, you will play a key role in maintaining the reliability, stability, and performance of our enterprise environment. As a point of escalation, you will provide valuable advice and technical expertise to our test and support teams. Network maintenance, including scheduled system patching, will also be part of your responsibilities. Furthermore, you will collaborate with the Operations team to enhance and maintain our CI/CD pipelines, contributing to the continuous improvement of our processes. What you'll need to succeed Strong experience working with Linux systems, including software-defined networking (Debian, Ubuntu, RedHat). Proficiency in configuration management tools to ensure consistent network configuration. Solid understanding of switching and routing, VLANs, and VPNs. Knowledge of virtualization technologies, particularly VMware. Comfortable writing Shell Scripts for automation purposes. Familiarity with cloud environments, such as AWS, Azure, GCP, and OpenStack. Experience with Microsoft Azure and/or 365 platforms, preferably Azure AD. Understanding of system and network monitoring principles; exposure to Zabbix is a plus. Knowledge of CI/CD principles. What you'll get in return Competitive salary package based on experience . Generous holiday allowance of 25 days, plus bank holidays. Private health care coverage. Life insurance to ensure financial security. Convenient car parking facilities. Gym membership contribution for a healthy work-life balance. Workplace pension scheme for a secure future. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.
17/04/2024
Full time
Your new company I am working with an industry-leading company specialising in cutting-edge multi-link connectivity solutions. Their innovative approach combines various network connections to create a highly efficient and robust virtual pipeline. With their state-of-the-art technology, which is compatible with any customer premises equipment (CPE), and our cloud-agnostic and auto-scaling Back End, we deliver optimal performance for mass-market applications. Your new role Your new role as a Network & System Engineer will involve a range of responsibilities. You will collaborate closely with senior management to define the long-term roadmap for their network infrastructure. Working alongside the Head of DevOps, you will actively participate in designing and architecting the enterprise network and systems. Your expertise will be crucial in implementing new network functions and systems, ensuring they are integrated smoothly with existing infrastructure. In addition, you will play a key role in maintaining the reliability, stability, and performance of our enterprise environment. As a point of escalation, you will provide valuable advice and technical expertise to our test and support teams. Network maintenance, including scheduled system patching, will also be part of your responsibilities. Furthermore, you will collaborate with the Operations team to enhance and maintain our CI/CD pipelines, contributing to the continuous improvement of our processes. What you'll need to succeed Strong experience working with Linux systems, including software-defined networking (Debian, Ubuntu, RedHat). Proficiency in configuration management tools to ensure consistent network configuration. Solid understanding of switching and routing, VLANs, and VPNs. Knowledge of virtualization technologies, particularly VMware. Comfortable writing Shell Scripts for automation purposes. Familiarity with cloud environments, such as AWS, Azure, GCP, and OpenStack. Experience with Microsoft Azure and/or 365 platforms, preferably Azure AD. Understanding of system and network monitoring principles; exposure to Zabbix is a plus. Knowledge of CI/CD principles. What you'll get in return Competitive salary package based on experience . Generous holiday allowance of 25 days, plus bank holidays. Private health care coverage. Life insurance to ensure financial security. Convenient car parking facilities. Gym membership contribution for a healthy work-life balance. Workplace pension scheme for a secure future. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.
Request Technology - Craig Johnson
Chicago, Illinois
*We are unable to sponsor for this permanent Full time role* *Position is bonus eligible* Prestigious Financial Company is currently seeking a Financial Risk Management Systems Product Manager. Candidate will be responsible for maximizing the value of the Products delivered to our stakeholders by representing business interests, working with our technology teams to determine requirements, creating a product roadmap for development, and prioritizing the work. The Product Owner will work in a hybrid agile methodology collaborating with cross-functional teams. The Product Owner must ensure that the technology teams understand and are aligned with the Product vision and that leadership is kept aware of Product progress and status. Responsibilities: Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders regarding the product backlog and product development Interact with internal and external stakeholders such as regulators, exchanges and other external parties in explaining Products Elicit, interpret, lead requirement workshop discussions with vendors, stakeholders and/or product owners; assist in the development of backlog items and acceptance criteria Work with internal and external stakeholders to understand their needs and ensure that they are reflected in the product backlog Maintain direct communications with senior and middle management Coordinate preparation of materials for Management Committee, Board of Directors and Regulatory meetings as needed Maintain Product Vision and Roadmap Understand regulatory requirements and drivers impacting development goals and plans Evaluate product changes and recommend needed process and system changes Develop functional capabilities within the organization by driving innovation and continuous process improvements Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and prioritize the product backlog Refine the product backlog to ensure that it is ready for development Maintain product budget and forecast. Seek to optimize product delivery in the most cost effective manner. Collaborate with technology partners and teams to drive strategic plans for system development, integration and deployment Work with the Project Owners/Managers, Technology Lead, and Scrum Master to ensure that the team is following the hybrid agile methodology and that any issues are addressed in a timely manner Document and/or sign-off on acceptance criteria for user stories Ensure that the product backlog is transparent, visible, and understood by all stakeholders Ensure there is a clear traceability of requirements to deliverables Ensure the product complies with all non-functional requirements Comply with all product delivery controls and procedures Continuously monitor and evaluate the product backlog to ensure that it is meeting stakeholder needs and delivering value Identify scope gaps and missing requirements by acquiring an in-depth understanding of current state capabilities (ie, Legacy system) and future state needs Proactively identify and escalates risks and issues to the leadership team. Monitor vendor performance (where applicable) against statements of work Meet complex business needs in an efficient, flexible, and ever-improving manner Indirectly supervise project team members from across FRM and internal technology teams. May involve direct supervision of individuals or teams within one year. Qualifications: Previous experience as a Product Manager/Owner in a hybrid agile methodology is required Strong understanding of Agile product management methodologies and product development processes Excellent communication, collaboration, and presentation skills Strong interpersonal and influencing skills, including ability to interact effectively with peers, all levels of management, regulators and member firms Ability to work effectively with and lead cross-functional teams Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Demonstrated ability to gather, analyze, and evaluate facts, and prepare and present concise oral and written reports Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment Must be able to work under deadlines and manage multiple tasks Self-directed; Ability to work both independently with minimal direction or oversight in a team-oriented, collaborative environment Experience working in the financial services industry General securities markets, derivatives knowledge required Strong knowledge in multiple asset classes like equities, interest rates, volatility, commodities, and foreign currencies (Risk Pillar Specific) Experience with central counter-party clearing, settlement of derivatives, financial risk management and regulated capital markets infrastructure Willingness to roll up your sleeves and do whatever is necessary Proficiency using Jira, Confluence, Tableau and Microsoft Office applications Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in relevant fields including Accounting, Finance, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Engineering among others MBA, MS or equivalent graduate degree in a relevant field preferred 10+ years of financial risk management experience leading teams and building robust business processes is required 2+ years of product management experience, preferably with Risk Management products and capabilities Demonstrated experience with ensuring effective process change management 10+ years of experience in financial services/regulated capital markets infrastructure. Experience with an exchange, regulator or clearing house preferred
16/04/2024
Full time
*We are unable to sponsor for this permanent Full time role* *Position is bonus eligible* Prestigious Financial Company is currently seeking a Financial Risk Management Systems Product Manager. Candidate will be responsible for maximizing the value of the Products delivered to our stakeholders by representing business interests, working with our technology teams to determine requirements, creating a product roadmap for development, and prioritizing the work. The Product Owner will work in a hybrid agile methodology collaborating with cross-functional teams. The Product Owner must ensure that the technology teams understand and are aligned with the Product vision and that leadership is kept aware of Product progress and status. Responsibilities: Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders regarding the product backlog and product development Interact with internal and external stakeholders such as regulators, exchanges and other external parties in explaining Products Elicit, interpret, lead requirement workshop discussions with vendors, stakeholders and/or product owners; assist in the development of backlog items and acceptance criteria Work with internal and external stakeholders to understand their needs and ensure that they are reflected in the product backlog Maintain direct communications with senior and middle management Coordinate preparation of materials for Management Committee, Board of Directors and Regulatory meetings as needed Maintain Product Vision and Roadmap Understand regulatory requirements and drivers impacting development goals and plans Evaluate product changes and recommend needed process and system changes Develop functional capabilities within the organization by driving innovation and continuous process improvements Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and prioritize the product backlog Refine the product backlog to ensure that it is ready for development Maintain product budget and forecast. Seek to optimize product delivery in the most cost effective manner. Collaborate with technology partners and teams to drive strategic plans for system development, integration and deployment Work with the Project Owners/Managers, Technology Lead, and Scrum Master to ensure that the team is following the hybrid agile methodology and that any issues are addressed in a timely manner Document and/or sign-off on acceptance criteria for user stories Ensure that the product backlog is transparent, visible, and understood by all stakeholders Ensure there is a clear traceability of requirements to deliverables Ensure the product complies with all non-functional requirements Comply with all product delivery controls and procedures Continuously monitor and evaluate the product backlog to ensure that it is meeting stakeholder needs and delivering value Identify scope gaps and missing requirements by acquiring an in-depth understanding of current state capabilities (ie, Legacy system) and future state needs Proactively identify and escalates risks and issues to the leadership team. Monitor vendor performance (where applicable) against statements of work Meet complex business needs in an efficient, flexible, and ever-improving manner Indirectly supervise project team members from across FRM and internal technology teams. May involve direct supervision of individuals or teams within one year. Qualifications: Previous experience as a Product Manager/Owner in a hybrid agile methodology is required Strong understanding of Agile product management methodologies and product development processes Excellent communication, collaboration, and presentation skills Strong interpersonal and influencing skills, including ability to interact effectively with peers, all levels of management, regulators and member firms Ability to work effectively with and lead cross-functional teams Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Demonstrated ability to gather, analyze, and evaluate facts, and prepare and present concise oral and written reports Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment Must be able to work under deadlines and manage multiple tasks Self-directed; Ability to work both independently with minimal direction or oversight in a team-oriented, collaborative environment Experience working in the financial services industry General securities markets, derivatives knowledge required Strong knowledge in multiple asset classes like equities, interest rates, volatility, commodities, and foreign currencies (Risk Pillar Specific) Experience with central counter-party clearing, settlement of derivatives, financial risk management and regulated capital markets infrastructure Willingness to roll up your sleeves and do whatever is necessary Proficiency using Jira, Confluence, Tableau and Microsoft Office applications Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in relevant fields including Accounting, Finance, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Engineering among others MBA, MS or equivalent graduate degree in a relevant field preferred 10+ years of financial risk management experience leading teams and building robust business processes is required 2+ years of product management experience, preferably with Risk Management products and capabilities Demonstrated experience with ensuring effective process change management 10+ years of experience in financial services/regulated capital markets infrastructure. Experience with an exchange, regulator or clearing house preferred
Michael Bailey Associates - Amsterdam
Amstelveen, Noord-Holland
Are you a seasoned Data & AI Platform Architect with a keen interest in Data Governance, Analytics, Machine Learning & Artificial Intelligence? Do you excel in creating enterprise platforms to drive a data-driven approach? Are you passionate about leveraging the latest Data and AI technologies such as Azure Databricks, Microsoft Fabric, Azure Machine Learning & AI Services? Do you have experience with implementing Lakehouse architecture, Machine Learning, and AI platforms? Are you excited about the possibilities that Large Language Models offer and adept at architecting patterns such as RAG and AI-enabled applications? Can you effectively communicate these concepts to diverse stakeholders and influence decision-making within familiar groups? If so, we want to hear your story. Join us and together, we'll enhance your skills and expertise. Your Job As a Data & AI Platform Architect, you will: Collaborate on crafting Solution Architectures, Positioning Papers, and Target State Designs for Global Solutions. You'll drive the direction for global hybrid solutions, considering platforms like Public (Azure) and Private (VMware) Cloud and SaaS, in coordination with other professionals. Take the lead in developing architecture runways, co-creating them with Infrastructure Platform and Product Owners throughout our organization. Be the go-to expert for architecture and design considerations, providing guidance and insight to colleagues. Review Solution Architectures to ensure compliance with our target state strategy. Work closely with Business and IT teams to develop or enhance services, participating in discussions, PoC execution, equipment evaluation, cost analysis, and other relevant activities. Thrive in an informal atmosphere where learning from mistakes is encouraged. Required Skills Certification in Togaf, ArchiMate, and preferably Azure Solution Architect Certification. Expertise in data platform design & architecture on public cloud platforms, with a preference for Microsoft Azure. Proficiency in Data Engineering best practices, including data pipelines, data modelling, database design, access management, and security. Knowledge of the latest trends in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and data analytics. Proficient in documentation using MS Office, PowerPoint. Project Details: Location: Amstelveen Type: Contract-to-perm Work: Hybrid Duration: 12 months into permanent contract Michael Bailey International is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
15/04/2024
Are you a seasoned Data & AI Platform Architect with a keen interest in Data Governance, Analytics, Machine Learning & Artificial Intelligence? Do you excel in creating enterprise platforms to drive a data-driven approach? Are you passionate about leveraging the latest Data and AI technologies such as Azure Databricks, Microsoft Fabric, Azure Machine Learning & AI Services? Do you have experience with implementing Lakehouse architecture, Machine Learning, and AI platforms? Are you excited about the possibilities that Large Language Models offer and adept at architecting patterns such as RAG and AI-enabled applications? Can you effectively communicate these concepts to diverse stakeholders and influence decision-making within familiar groups? If so, we want to hear your story. Join us and together, we'll enhance your skills and expertise. Your Job As a Data & AI Platform Architect, you will: Collaborate on crafting Solution Architectures, Positioning Papers, and Target State Designs for Global Solutions. You'll drive the direction for global hybrid solutions, considering platforms like Public (Azure) and Private (VMware) Cloud and SaaS, in coordination with other professionals. Take the lead in developing architecture runways, co-creating them with Infrastructure Platform and Product Owners throughout our organization. Be the go-to expert for architecture and design considerations, providing guidance and insight to colleagues. Review Solution Architectures to ensure compliance with our target state strategy. Work closely with Business and IT teams to develop or enhance services, participating in discussions, PoC execution, equipment evaluation, cost analysis, and other relevant activities. Thrive in an informal atmosphere where learning from mistakes is encouraged. Required Skills Certification in Togaf, ArchiMate, and preferably Azure Solution Architect Certification. Expertise in data platform design & architecture on public cloud platforms, with a preference for Microsoft Azure. Proficiency in Data Engineering best practices, including data pipelines, data modelling, database design, access management, and security. Knowledge of the latest trends in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and data analytics. Proficient in documentation using MS Office, PowerPoint. Project Details: Location: Amstelveen Type: Contract-to-perm Work: Hybrid Duration: 12 months into permanent contract Michael Bailey International is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
NO SPONSORSHIP Senior VMWare Engineer SALARY: $145k - $165K plus 15% bonus LOCATION: Chicago 3 days in office and 2 days remote Looking for a very Senior level Vmware Engineer that has vcs vxrail vdi design and support experience. You will come from a large enterprise environment with on call support. Responsible for the overall Virtualization environment design, support, and automation. The role will provide operational support for the existing and future Virtualization and computing and VDI architectures. Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each primary duty satisfactorily. Supports UCS - VMWare environment Supports VXRail VDI environment Develop baselines, evaluate, and remediate Vulnerabilities and security findings. Meet with Business, IT and Security Leaders to develop requirements and communicate changes to the environment Challenge the status quo with new ideas and drive innovation in the Virtualization environment Applies comprehensive knowledge of concepts, processes, practices, and procedures on technical assignments Automate processes in the VMWare environment Troubleshoots production problems like performance, and runtime issues within the virtualization environment Addresses problems of systems integration, compatibility, and multiple platforms Assists in the evaluation and recommendation of application integration and testing tools Provide Disaster Recovery testing support Provide on-call support according to assigned schedule Document changes, policies and procedures and drawings Contribute to projects of various sizes and schedules. Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications: Technical Skills: Advanced technical knowledge of VMware virtualization technologies like Horizon, vROPS, SDDC Manager, VSAN, SRM, vRA, vRO etc. Expertise in architecting, configuring, and supporting Cisco UCS systems Experience working in Hyper Converged (VxRail) based technologies and develop solutions accordingly. Experience managing Kubernetes clusters utilizing Tanzu, Rancher, or similar management platform Experience working with replications tools (Zerto, vSphere Replication, etc.) to create highly available systems across multiple datacenters. Expertise or establish optimized virtual environments for giant database cluster builds such as DB2 and Microsoft SQL on VMware platform Strong technical ability to manage orchestration aspects through API scripts and tools, enabling a consistent methodology across UCS platform Develop automation solutions including Infrastructure as Code approach to establish and maintain automated, integrated and continuous deployments Ensure Infrastructure operations are effective and optimally established and supported across all layers including server, storage, backup, monitoring, patching services and monitoring Knowledge and Experience in Cloud computing, VCF and VMWare in Cloud Familiar with using PowerCLI/Powershell to manage a VMware Environment Capacity planning/tracking Familiar with storage concepts (replication, Fiber Channel, NFS, VMFS) Experience with developing Disaster Recovery strategies and work with other teams within the organization and external teams to execute scheduled DR tests. Review and recommend alternative technologies and improvements to enhance information systems to support organizational goals and present to senior management. Excellent team player and mentor other team members as required. Help other team members to succeed. Create documentation (like run books) for the developed procedures and best practices. Lead troubleshooting and recovery efforts during outages or complex issues including but not limited to performance, functionality issues etc. Handle tasks/projects independently and complete within given timelines. Education and/or Experience: Bachelor of Science in Computer Science or related degree or equivalent experience Minimum of 7 years VMWare and Cisco UCS experience Minimum 1 year of hyperconverged VXRail experience Cloud computing and Converged environment experience is a plus
12/04/2024
Full time
NO SPONSORSHIP Senior VMWare Engineer SALARY: $145k - $165K plus 15% bonus LOCATION: Chicago 3 days in office and 2 days remote Looking for a very Senior level Vmware Engineer that has vcs vxrail vdi design and support experience. You will come from a large enterprise environment with on call support. Responsible for the overall Virtualization environment design, support, and automation. The role will provide operational support for the existing and future Virtualization and computing and VDI architectures. Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each primary duty satisfactorily. Supports UCS - VMWare environment Supports VXRail VDI environment Develop baselines, evaluate, and remediate Vulnerabilities and security findings. Meet with Business, IT and Security Leaders to develop requirements and communicate changes to the environment Challenge the status quo with new ideas and drive innovation in the Virtualization environment Applies comprehensive knowledge of concepts, processes, practices, and procedures on technical assignments Automate processes in the VMWare environment Troubleshoots production problems like performance, and runtime issues within the virtualization environment Addresses problems of systems integration, compatibility, and multiple platforms Assists in the evaluation and recommendation of application integration and testing tools Provide Disaster Recovery testing support Provide on-call support according to assigned schedule Document changes, policies and procedures and drawings Contribute to projects of various sizes and schedules. Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications: Technical Skills: Advanced technical knowledge of VMware virtualization technologies like Horizon, vROPS, SDDC Manager, VSAN, SRM, vRA, vRO etc. Expertise in architecting, configuring, and supporting Cisco UCS systems Experience working in Hyper Converged (VxRail) based technologies and develop solutions accordingly. Experience managing Kubernetes clusters utilizing Tanzu, Rancher, or similar management platform Experience working with replications tools (Zerto, vSphere Replication, etc.) to create highly available systems across multiple datacenters. Expertise or establish optimized virtual environments for giant database cluster builds such as DB2 and Microsoft SQL on VMware platform Strong technical ability to manage orchestration aspects through API scripts and tools, enabling a consistent methodology across UCS platform Develop automation solutions including Infrastructure as Code approach to establish and maintain automated, integrated and continuous deployments Ensure Infrastructure operations are effective and optimally established and supported across all layers including server, storage, backup, monitoring, patching services and monitoring Knowledge and Experience in Cloud computing, VCF and VMWare in Cloud Familiar with using PowerCLI/Powershell to manage a VMware Environment Capacity planning/tracking Familiar with storage concepts (replication, Fiber Channel, NFS, VMFS) Experience with developing Disaster Recovery strategies and work with other teams within the organization and external teams to execute scheduled DR tests. Review and recommend alternative technologies and improvements to enhance information systems to support organizational goals and present to senior management. Excellent team player and mentor other team members as required. Help other team members to succeed. Create documentation (like run books) for the developed procedures and best practices. Lead troubleshooting and recovery efforts during outages or complex issues including but not limited to performance, functionality issues etc. Handle tasks/projects independently and complete within given timelines. Education and/or Experience: Bachelor of Science in Computer Science or related degree or equivalent experience Minimum of 7 years VMWare and Cisco UCS experience Minimum 1 year of hyperconverged VXRail experience Cloud computing and Converged environment experience is a plus
NO SPONSORSHIP Senior VMWare Engineer SALARY: $145k - $165K plus 15% bonus 3 days in office and 2 days remote Looking for a very Senior level Vmware Engineer that has vcs vxrail vdi design and support experience. You will come from a large enterprise environment with on call support. Responsible for the overall Virtualization environment design, support, and automation. The role will provide operational support for the existing and future Virtualization and computing and VDI architectures. Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each primary duty satisfactorily. Supports UCS - VMWare environment Supports VXRail VDI environment Develop baselines, evaluate, and remediate Vulnerabilities and security findings. Meet with Business, IT and Security Leaders to develop requirements and communicate changes to the environment Challenge the status quo with new ideas and drive innovation in the Virtualization environment Applies comprehensive knowledge of concepts, processes, practices, and procedures on technical assignments Automate processes in the VMWare environment Troubleshoots production problems like performance, and runtime issues within the virtualization environment Addresses problems of systems integration, compatibility, and multiple platforms Assists in the evaluation and recommendation of application integration and testing tools Provide Disaster Recovery testing support Provide on-call support according to assigned schedule Document changes, policies and procedures and drawings Contribute to projects of various sizes and schedules. Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications: Technical Skills: Advanced technical knowledge of VMware virtualization technologies like Horizon, vROPS, SDDC Manager, VSAN, SRM, vRA, vRO etc. Expertise in architecting, configuring, and supporting Cisco UCS systems Experience working in Hyper Converged (VxRail) based technologies and develop solutions accordingly. Experience managing Kubernetes clusters utilizing Tanzu, Rancher, or similar management platform Experience working with replications tools (Zerto, vSphere Replication, etc.) to create highly available systems across multiple datacenters. Expertise or establish optimized virtual environments for giant database cluster builds such as DB2 and Microsoft SQL on VMware platform Strong technical ability to manage orchestration aspects through API scripts and tools, enabling a consistent methodology across UCS platform Develop automation solutions including Infrastructure as Code approach to establish and maintain automated, integrated and continuous deployments Ensure Infrastructure operations are effective and optimally established and supported across all layers including server, storage, backup, monitoring, patching services and monitoring Knowledge and Experience in Cloud computing, VCF and VMWare in Cloud Familiar with using PowerCLI/Powershell to manage a VMware Environment Capacity planning/tracking Familiar with storage concepts (replication, Fiber Channel, NFS, VMFS) Experience with developing Disaster Recovery strategies and work with other teams within the organization and external teams to execute scheduled DR tests. Review and recommend alternative technologies and improvements to enhance information systems to support organizational goals and present to senior management. Excellent team player and mentor other team members as required. Help other team members to succeed. Create documentation (like run books) for the developed procedures and best practices. Lead troubleshooting and recovery efforts during outages or complex issues including but not limited to performance, functionality issues etc. Handle tasks/projects independently and complete within given timelines. Education and/or Experience: Bachelor of Science in Computer Science or related degree or equivalent experience Minimum of 7 years VMWare and Cisco UCS experience Minimum 1 year of hyperconverged VXRail experience Cloud computing and Converged environment experience is a plus
12/04/2024
Full time
NO SPONSORSHIP Senior VMWare Engineer SALARY: $145k - $165K plus 15% bonus 3 days in office and 2 days remote Looking for a very Senior level Vmware Engineer that has vcs vxrail vdi design and support experience. You will come from a large enterprise environment with on call support. Responsible for the overall Virtualization environment design, support, and automation. The role will provide operational support for the existing and future Virtualization and computing and VDI architectures. Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each primary duty satisfactorily. Supports UCS - VMWare environment Supports VXRail VDI environment Develop baselines, evaluate, and remediate Vulnerabilities and security findings. Meet with Business, IT and Security Leaders to develop requirements and communicate changes to the environment Challenge the status quo with new ideas and drive innovation in the Virtualization environment Applies comprehensive knowledge of concepts, processes, practices, and procedures on technical assignments Automate processes in the VMWare environment Troubleshoots production problems like performance, and runtime issues within the virtualization environment Addresses problems of systems integration, compatibility, and multiple platforms Assists in the evaluation and recommendation of application integration and testing tools Provide Disaster Recovery testing support Provide on-call support according to assigned schedule Document changes, policies and procedures and drawings Contribute to projects of various sizes and schedules. Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications: Technical Skills: Advanced technical knowledge of VMware virtualization technologies like Horizon, vROPS, SDDC Manager, VSAN, SRM, vRA, vRO etc. Expertise in architecting, configuring, and supporting Cisco UCS systems Experience working in Hyper Converged (VxRail) based technologies and develop solutions accordingly. Experience managing Kubernetes clusters utilizing Tanzu, Rancher, or similar management platform Experience working with replications tools (Zerto, vSphere Replication, etc.) to create highly available systems across multiple datacenters. Expertise or establish optimized virtual environments for giant database cluster builds such as DB2 and Microsoft SQL on VMware platform Strong technical ability to manage orchestration aspects through API scripts and tools, enabling a consistent methodology across UCS platform Develop automation solutions including Infrastructure as Code approach to establish and maintain automated, integrated and continuous deployments Ensure Infrastructure operations are effective and optimally established and supported across all layers including server, storage, backup, monitoring, patching services and monitoring Knowledge and Experience in Cloud computing, VCF and VMWare in Cloud Familiar with using PowerCLI/Powershell to manage a VMware Environment Capacity planning/tracking Familiar with storage concepts (replication, Fiber Channel, NFS, VMFS) Experience with developing Disaster Recovery strategies and work with other teams within the organization and external teams to execute scheduled DR tests. Review and recommend alternative technologies and improvements to enhance information systems to support organizational goals and present to senior management. Excellent team player and mentor other team members as required. Help other team members to succeed. Create documentation (like run books) for the developed procedures and best practices. Lead troubleshooting and recovery efforts during outages or complex issues including but not limited to performance, functionality issues etc. Handle tasks/projects independently and complete within given timelines. Education and/or Experience: Bachelor of Science in Computer Science or related degree or equivalent experience Minimum of 7 years VMWare and Cisco UCS experience Minimum 1 year of hyperconverged VXRail experience Cloud computing and Converged environment experience is a plus
Global Technology Solutions Ltd
Portsmouth, Hampshire
We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Infrastructure Engineer to join a blue chip organisation in Portsmouth on a permanent basis. This Role will be site based, with occasional shifts based remotely. Due to company SLA's, candidates must live within one hour travel time of Portsmouth. Due to the nature of the end client, there is a requirement for financial background checks Shift patterns - 24x7 cover, average of 38hrs per week. Mixture of 8/9 and 12hr shifts The Senior Infrastructure Engineer is key to the Service Delivery organization within the client Programme. It is both reactive and proactive. It is a customer facing position in a demanding support organization. The primary role is communication, having the ability to articulate complex problems to the customer in pressure situations, to think clearly and logically and to help resolve problems when they occur. This role is a 24/7 365 role. Key Skills: * Communication both written and verbal * Enterprise Level Infrastructure Understanding/Troubleshooting (Linux, DB2, MQ, Microsoft Windows Server, Network) * Service Level Management (Incident, Problem and Change Management) Operational Responsibilities: * Technical Management. * Coordination of Command Center and Technical Teams for problem determination and recovery * Identify and implement service improvements. * Own and drive all service incidents through to service recovery. * Planning and Implementation of weekend maintenance period tasks * Manage change activity on live services. * Shift lead for Command Center team Additional Responsibilities: * Participate in 24/7 Rotating Shift Pattern * Support end to end Project life cycle by working with project teams to assess, plan, document and implement new solutions/upgrades into the live client Services * Provide leadership, mentoring and guidance to the wider Command Center Team and roles * Participate in meetings requiring Technical Lead input for issues, solutions and planning affecting the Command Center and client Services "In applying for this position, you consent to your personal data being shared with the specified employer and for your details to remain with GTS for as long as is necessary to process your application. See our Privacy Notice for full information Global Technology Solutions is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
12/04/2024
Full time
We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Infrastructure Engineer to join a blue chip organisation in Portsmouth on a permanent basis. This Role will be site based, with occasional shifts based remotely. Due to company SLA's, candidates must live within one hour travel time of Portsmouth. Due to the nature of the end client, there is a requirement for financial background checks Shift patterns - 24x7 cover, average of 38hrs per week. Mixture of 8/9 and 12hr shifts The Senior Infrastructure Engineer is key to the Service Delivery organization within the client Programme. It is both reactive and proactive. It is a customer facing position in a demanding support organization. The primary role is communication, having the ability to articulate complex problems to the customer in pressure situations, to think clearly and logically and to help resolve problems when they occur. This role is a 24/7 365 role. Key Skills: * Communication both written and verbal * Enterprise Level Infrastructure Understanding/Troubleshooting (Linux, DB2, MQ, Microsoft Windows Server, Network) * Service Level Management (Incident, Problem and Change Management) Operational Responsibilities: * Technical Management. * Coordination of Command Center and Technical Teams for problem determination and recovery * Identify and implement service improvements. * Own and drive all service incidents through to service recovery. * Planning and Implementation of weekend maintenance period tasks * Manage change activity on live services. * Shift lead for Command Center team Additional Responsibilities: * Participate in 24/7 Rotating Shift Pattern * Support end to end Project life cycle by working with project teams to assess, plan, document and implement new solutions/upgrades into the live client Services * Provide leadership, mentoring and guidance to the wider Command Center Team and roles * Participate in meetings requiring Technical Lead input for issues, solutions and planning affecting the Command Center and client Services "In applying for this position, you consent to your personal data being shared with the specified employer and for your details to remain with GTS for as long as is necessary to process your application. See our Privacy Notice for full information Global Technology Solutions is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Request Technology - Craig Johnson
Chicago, Illinois
*We are unable to sponsor for this permanent Full time role* *Position is bonus eligible* Prestigious Financial Company is currently seeking a Senior VMware UCS Engineer. Candidate will be responsible for the overall Virtualization environment design, support, and automation. The role will provide operational support for the existing and future Virtualization and computing and VDI architectures. Responsibilities also include designing solutions to support existing and future services and enhance security posture. Responsibilities: Supports UCS - VMWare environment Supports VXRail VDI environment Develop baselines, evaluate, and remediate Vulnerabilities and security findings. Meet with Business, IT and Security Leaders to develop requirements and communicate changes to the environment Challenge the status quo with new ideas and drive innovation in the Virtualization environment Applies comprehensive knowledge of concepts, processes, practices, and procedures on technical assignments Automate processes in the VMWare environment Troubleshoots production problems like performance, and runtime issues within the virtualization environment Addresses problems of systems integration, compatibility, and multiple platforms Assists in the evaluation and recommendation of application integration and testing tools Provide Disaster Recovery testing support Provide on-call support according to assigned schedule Document changes, policies and procedures and drawings Contribute to projects of various sizes and schedules. Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications: Excellent presentation skills including planning, material preparation and public speaking Clear, concise and precise written and verbal communication skills to effectively communicate with people of various backgrounds Negotiation skills including listening and persuasion Strong interpersonal, leadership, project management and mentoring skills Strong ability to use solution-oriented approach towards problem resolution Ability to work independently and with a team, be a team player Technical Skills: Advanced technical knowledge of VMware virtualization technologies like Horizon, vROPS, SDDC Manager, VSAN, SRM, vRA, vRO etc. Expertise in architecting, configuring, and supporting Cisco UCS systems Experience working in Hyper Converged (VxRail) based technologies and develop solutions accordingly. Experience managing Kubernetes clusters utilizing Tanzu, Rancher, or similar management platform Experience working with replications tools (Zerto, vSphere Replication, etc.) to create highly available systems across multiple datacenters. Expertise or establish optimized virtual environments for giant database cluster builds such as DB2 and Microsoft SQL on VMware platform Strong technical ability to manage orchestration aspects through API scripts and tools, enabling a consistent methodology across UCS platform Develop automation solutions including Infrastructure as Code approach to establish and maintain automated, integrated and continuous deployments Ensure Infrastructure operations are effective and optimally established and supported across all layers including server, storage, backup, monitoring, patching services and monitoring Knowledge and Experience in Cloud computing, VCF and VMWare in Cloud Familiar with using PowerCLI/Powershell to manage a VMware Environment Capacity planning/tracking Familiar with storage concepts (replication, Fiber Channel, NFS, VMFS) Experience with developing Disaster Recovery strategies and work with other teams within the organization and external teams to execute scheduled DR tests. Review and recommend alternative technologies and improvements to enhance information systems to support organizational goals and present to senior management. Excellent team player and mentor other team members as required. Help other team members to succeed. Create documentation (like run books) for the developed procedures and best practices. Lead troubleshooting and recovery efforts during outages or complex issues including but not limited to performance, functionality issues etc. Handle tasks/projects independently and complete within given timelines.
12/04/2024
Full time
*We are unable to sponsor for this permanent Full time role* *Position is bonus eligible* Prestigious Financial Company is currently seeking a Senior VMware UCS Engineer. Candidate will be responsible for the overall Virtualization environment design, support, and automation. The role will provide operational support for the existing and future Virtualization and computing and VDI architectures. Responsibilities also include designing solutions to support existing and future services and enhance security posture. Responsibilities: Supports UCS - VMWare environment Supports VXRail VDI environment Develop baselines, evaluate, and remediate Vulnerabilities and security findings. Meet with Business, IT and Security Leaders to develop requirements and communicate changes to the environment Challenge the status quo with new ideas and drive innovation in the Virtualization environment Applies comprehensive knowledge of concepts, processes, practices, and procedures on technical assignments Automate processes in the VMWare environment Troubleshoots production problems like performance, and runtime issues within the virtualization environment Addresses problems of systems integration, compatibility, and multiple platforms Assists in the evaluation and recommendation of application integration and testing tools Provide Disaster Recovery testing support Provide on-call support according to assigned schedule Document changes, policies and procedures and drawings Contribute to projects of various sizes and schedules. Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications: Excellent presentation skills including planning, material preparation and public speaking Clear, concise and precise written and verbal communication skills to effectively communicate with people of various backgrounds Negotiation skills including listening and persuasion Strong interpersonal, leadership, project management and mentoring skills Strong ability to use solution-oriented approach towards problem resolution Ability to work independently and with a team, be a team player Technical Skills: Advanced technical knowledge of VMware virtualization technologies like Horizon, vROPS, SDDC Manager, VSAN, SRM, vRA, vRO etc. Expertise in architecting, configuring, and supporting Cisco UCS systems Experience working in Hyper Converged (VxRail) based technologies and develop solutions accordingly. Experience managing Kubernetes clusters utilizing Tanzu, Rancher, or similar management platform Experience working with replications tools (Zerto, vSphere Replication, etc.) to create highly available systems across multiple datacenters. Expertise or establish optimized virtual environments for giant database cluster builds such as DB2 and Microsoft SQL on VMware platform Strong technical ability to manage orchestration aspects through API scripts and tools, enabling a consistent methodology across UCS platform Develop automation solutions including Infrastructure as Code approach to establish and maintain automated, integrated and continuous deployments Ensure Infrastructure operations are effective and optimally established and supported across all layers including server, storage, backup, monitoring, patching services and monitoring Knowledge and Experience in Cloud computing, VCF and VMWare in Cloud Familiar with using PowerCLI/Powershell to manage a VMware Environment Capacity planning/tracking Familiar with storage concepts (replication, Fiber Channel, NFS, VMFS) Experience with developing Disaster Recovery strategies and work with other teams within the organization and external teams to execute scheduled DR tests. Review and recommend alternative technologies and improvements to enhance information systems to support organizational goals and present to senior management. Excellent team player and mentor other team members as required. Help other team members to succeed. Create documentation (like run books) for the developed procedures and best practices. Lead troubleshooting and recovery efforts during outages or complex issues including but not limited to performance, functionality issues etc. Handle tasks/projects independently and complete within given timelines.
*We are unable to sponsor for this permanent Full time role* *Position is bonus eligible* Prestigious Financial Company is currently seeking a Senior VMware UCS Engineer. Candidate will be responsible for the overall Virtualization environment design, support, and automation. The role will provide operational support for the existing and future Virtualization and computing and VDI architectures. Responsibilities also include designing solutions to support existing and future services and enhance security posture. Responsibilities: Supports UCS - VMWare environment Supports VXRail VDI environment Develop baselines, evaluate, and remediate Vulnerabilities and security findings. Meet with Business, IT and Security Leaders to develop requirements and communicate changes to the environment Challenge the status quo with new ideas and drive innovation in the Virtualization environment Applies comprehensive knowledge of concepts, processes, practices, and procedures on technical assignments Automate processes in the VMWare environment Troubleshoots production problems like performance, and runtime issues within the virtualization environment Addresses problems of systems integration, compatibility, and multiple platforms Assists in the evaluation and recommendation of application integration and testing tools Provide Disaster Recovery testing support Provide on-call support according to assigned schedule Document changes, policies and procedures and drawings Contribute to projects of various sizes and schedules. Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications: Excellent presentation skills including planning, material preparation and public speaking Clear, concise and precise written and verbal communication skills to effectively communicate with people of various backgrounds Negotiation skills including listening and persuasion Strong interpersonal, leadership, project management and mentoring skills Strong ability to use solution-oriented approach towards problem resolution Ability to work independently and with a team, be a team player Technical Skills: Advanced technical knowledge of VMware virtualization technologies like Horizon, vROPS, SDDC Manager, VSAN, SRM, vRA, vRO etc. Expertise in architecting, configuring, and supporting Cisco UCS systems Experience working in Hyper Converged (VxRail) based technologies and develop solutions accordingly. Experience managing Kubernetes clusters utilizing Tanzu, Rancher, or similar management platform Experience working with replications tools (Zerto, vSphere Replication, etc.) to create highly available systems across multiple datacenters. Expertise or establish optimized virtual environments for giant database cluster builds such as DB2 and Microsoft SQL on VMware platform Strong technical ability to manage orchestration aspects through API scripts and tools, enabling a consistent methodology across UCS platform Develop automation solutions including Infrastructure as Code approach to establish and maintain automated, integrated and continuous deployments Ensure Infrastructure operations are effective and optimally established and supported across all layers including server, storage, backup, monitoring, patching services and monitoring Knowledge and Experience in Cloud computing, VCF and VMWare in Cloud Familiar with using PowerCLI/Powershell to manage a VMware Environment Capacity planning/tracking Familiar with storage concepts (replication, Fiber Channel, NFS, VMFS) Experience with developing Disaster Recovery strategies and work with other teams within the organization and external teams to execute scheduled DR tests. Review and recommend alternative technologies and improvements to enhance information systems to support organizational goals and present to senior management. Excellent team player and mentor other team members as required. Help other team members to succeed. Create documentation (like run books) for the developed procedures and best practices. Lead troubleshooting and recovery efforts during outages or complex issues including but not limited to performance, functionality issues etc. Handle tasks/projects independently and complete within given timelines.
12/04/2024
Full time
*We are unable to sponsor for this permanent Full time role* *Position is bonus eligible* Prestigious Financial Company is currently seeking a Senior VMware UCS Engineer. Candidate will be responsible for the overall Virtualization environment design, support, and automation. The role will provide operational support for the existing and future Virtualization and computing and VDI architectures. Responsibilities also include designing solutions to support existing and future services and enhance security posture. Responsibilities: Supports UCS - VMWare environment Supports VXRail VDI environment Develop baselines, evaluate, and remediate Vulnerabilities and security findings. Meet with Business, IT and Security Leaders to develop requirements and communicate changes to the environment Challenge the status quo with new ideas and drive innovation in the Virtualization environment Applies comprehensive knowledge of concepts, processes, practices, and procedures on technical assignments Automate processes in the VMWare environment Troubleshoots production problems like performance, and runtime issues within the virtualization environment Addresses problems of systems integration, compatibility, and multiple platforms Assists in the evaluation and recommendation of application integration and testing tools Provide Disaster Recovery testing support Provide on-call support according to assigned schedule Document changes, policies and procedures and drawings Contribute to projects of various sizes and schedules. Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications: Excellent presentation skills including planning, material preparation and public speaking Clear, concise and precise written and verbal communication skills to effectively communicate with people of various backgrounds Negotiation skills including listening and persuasion Strong interpersonal, leadership, project management and mentoring skills Strong ability to use solution-oriented approach towards problem resolution Ability to work independently and with a team, be a team player Technical Skills: Advanced technical knowledge of VMware virtualization technologies like Horizon, vROPS, SDDC Manager, VSAN, SRM, vRA, vRO etc. Expertise in architecting, configuring, and supporting Cisco UCS systems Experience working in Hyper Converged (VxRail) based technologies and develop solutions accordingly. Experience managing Kubernetes clusters utilizing Tanzu, Rancher, or similar management platform Experience working with replications tools (Zerto, vSphere Replication, etc.) to create highly available systems across multiple datacenters. Expertise or establish optimized virtual environments for giant database cluster builds such as DB2 and Microsoft SQL on VMware platform Strong technical ability to manage orchestration aspects through API scripts and tools, enabling a consistent methodology across UCS platform Develop automation solutions including Infrastructure as Code approach to establish and maintain automated, integrated and continuous deployments Ensure Infrastructure operations are effective and optimally established and supported across all layers including server, storage, backup, monitoring, patching services and monitoring Knowledge and Experience in Cloud computing, VCF and VMWare in Cloud Familiar with using PowerCLI/Powershell to manage a VMware Environment Capacity planning/tracking Familiar with storage concepts (replication, Fiber Channel, NFS, VMFS) Experience with developing Disaster Recovery strategies and work with other teams within the organization and external teams to execute scheduled DR tests. Review and recommend alternative technologies and improvements to enhance information systems to support organizational goals and present to senior management. Excellent team player and mentor other team members as required. Help other team members to succeed. Create documentation (like run books) for the developed procedures and best practices. Lead troubleshooting and recovery efforts during outages or complex issues including but not limited to performance, functionality issues etc. Handle tasks/projects independently and complete within given timelines.
Senior Infrastructure Engineer (Microsoft) Salary: £47,000 to £55,000 What you'll be doing: Join our dynamic Service Operations team as a Senior Infrastructure Engineer specialising in Microsoft technologies. Take ownership of Microsoft areas, including M365, and act as an escalation point. Your role involves troubleshooting, mentoring, and participating in projects, contributing to our team's success. Based at our Shrivenham site, occasional travel may be required. Your Responsibilities: Technical lead for specific technologies, offering mentorship and expertise. Troubleshoot various technologies across the stack - server OS, networks, storage. Escalation point for day-to-day support issues. Participate in the transition of new products and services. Investigate opportunities for efficiency and effectiveness improvements. Represent the team in technical calls and Change boards. Resolve reported faults within SLAs. Ensure accurate recording of actions in management toolsets. Review and coordinate customer-facing reports. Develop capacity guidelines and monitoring for storage infrastructure. Provide capacity and performance forecasting and reports. Deploy standard and complex changes to customers' infrastructures. Develop technical procedures for team-wide use. Essential Skills: Microsoft Cloud solutions (Azure AD, M365) Windows Server infrastructure administration Active Directory and Group Policy administration Implementation, management, and support for cross-data centre Microsoft solutions Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM/SCCM) Security and hardening of Microsoft operating systems VMware ESX and vCenter in a clustered environment Working knowledge of monitoring tools (eg, SolarWinds, Nagios) Mentoring experience Participation in a project or transition environment Working in secure environments Ability to hold Security Clearance at a minimum of SC level Desirable Experience: Storage technologies (Dell EMC VNX, Unity) Backup methodologies and products (Veeam B&R 11+, EMC Networker 19+, DataDomain) Linux OS support (RHEL6 onwards or CentOS/Rocky/Alma/Oracle equivalents) Containerisation tools (Docker/OpenShift/Kubernetes) Secure managed WLAN (eg, Aruba, Meraki) Database technologies (MSSQL, MySQL) IT Service Management toolsets Security assurance products (device control, antivirus solutions, MDM) What's in it for you? Join a growing company with exciting customers and partners. Enjoy benefits like 32 working days holiday, subsidised Health Care Scheme, Government Pension Scheme with matching contributions up to 10%, Perkbox employee incentive Scheme, Annual Professional and Training Development plan, Hybrid/Flexible working, Recommend a friend scheme paying up to £1500, Onsite parking, and Cycle to work Scheme.
11/04/2024
Full time
Senior Infrastructure Engineer (Microsoft) Salary: £47,000 to £55,000 What you'll be doing: Join our dynamic Service Operations team as a Senior Infrastructure Engineer specialising in Microsoft technologies. Take ownership of Microsoft areas, including M365, and act as an escalation point. Your role involves troubleshooting, mentoring, and participating in projects, contributing to our team's success. Based at our Shrivenham site, occasional travel may be required. Your Responsibilities: Technical lead for specific technologies, offering mentorship and expertise. Troubleshoot various technologies across the stack - server OS, networks, storage. Escalation point for day-to-day support issues. Participate in the transition of new products and services. Investigate opportunities for efficiency and effectiveness improvements. Represent the team in technical calls and Change boards. Resolve reported faults within SLAs. Ensure accurate recording of actions in management toolsets. Review and coordinate customer-facing reports. Develop capacity guidelines and monitoring for storage infrastructure. Provide capacity and performance forecasting and reports. Deploy standard and complex changes to customers' infrastructures. Develop technical procedures for team-wide use. Essential Skills: Microsoft Cloud solutions (Azure AD, M365) Windows Server infrastructure administration Active Directory and Group Policy administration Implementation, management, and support for cross-data centre Microsoft solutions Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM/SCCM) Security and hardening of Microsoft operating systems VMware ESX and vCenter in a clustered environment Working knowledge of monitoring tools (eg, SolarWinds, Nagios) Mentoring experience Participation in a project or transition environment Working in secure environments Ability to hold Security Clearance at a minimum of SC level Desirable Experience: Storage technologies (Dell EMC VNX, Unity) Backup methodologies and products (Veeam B&R 11+, EMC Networker 19+, DataDomain) Linux OS support (RHEL6 onwards or CentOS/Rocky/Alma/Oracle equivalents) Containerisation tools (Docker/OpenShift/Kubernetes) Secure managed WLAN (eg, Aruba, Meraki) Database technologies (MSSQL, MySQL) IT Service Management toolsets Security assurance products (device control, antivirus solutions, MDM) What's in it for you? Join a growing company with exciting customers and partners. Enjoy benefits like 32 working days holiday, subsidised Health Care Scheme, Government Pension Scheme with matching contributions up to 10%, Perkbox employee incentive Scheme, Annual Professional and Training Development plan, Hybrid/Flexible working, Recommend a friend scheme paying up to £1500, Onsite parking, and Cycle to work Scheme.
You: Ideally we are looking for a Senior Engineer (3-5 years hands-on experience) who has the experience or desire to lean in to design/architecture. In this post you will remain hands-on initially but will be leaning into the design aspect of the infrastructure by aiding the CTO(s) with their high level designs (HLD). You should have a minimum of SC Clearance active. Experience: Systems engineering experience at technical lead level with technologies such as Microsoft, Amazon (AWS), VMWare, RedHat or similar. Able to design, support and maintain internal IT environments, platforms and services at SME level or above. Awareness of Defence or National Security IT standards, a background within these domains would be preferential; including within environments that operate at multiple classification levels. Some exposure to Solution or Enterprise Architecture methods, you do not need to be a practitioner. Key Tools: Corporate Microsoft Estate: 1000+ desktops and hundreds of Servers. This includes 'On-Prem' Microsoft full stack alongside 0365, Azure and AWS offerings. Cloud platforms: Primarily AWS and Azure covering organisation design (layout), tenancy/account management, security, identity management, service provisioning and reporting functions. Identity and Directory services: Design, management and maintenance of Microsoft Active Directory, OpenLDAP, KeyCloak and Microsoft's enterprise Single Sign-On technologies. Mobile device management: Covering 300+ deployed mobile devices, applying best practice and industry standards. Cyber security and information assurance: Managing and maintaining intrusion detection apparatus, supporting queries/investigations and hardened configuration of IT equipment. DevSecOps and Site Reliability Engineering: Supporting enterprise software teams and their Ci/CD requirements using tools such as GitLab, Jenkins
11/04/2024
Full time
You: Ideally we are looking for a Senior Engineer (3-5 years hands-on experience) who has the experience or desire to lean in to design/architecture. In this post you will remain hands-on initially but will be leaning into the design aspect of the infrastructure by aiding the CTO(s) with their high level designs (HLD). You should have a minimum of SC Clearance active. Experience: Systems engineering experience at technical lead level with technologies such as Microsoft, Amazon (AWS), VMWare, RedHat or similar. Able to design, support and maintain internal IT environments, platforms and services at SME level or above. Awareness of Defence or National Security IT standards, a background within these domains would be preferential; including within environments that operate at multiple classification levels. Some exposure to Solution or Enterprise Architecture methods, you do not need to be a practitioner. Key Tools: Corporate Microsoft Estate: 1000+ desktops and hundreds of Servers. This includes 'On-Prem' Microsoft full stack alongside 0365, Azure and AWS offerings. Cloud platforms: Primarily AWS and Azure covering organisation design (layout), tenancy/account management, security, identity management, service provisioning and reporting functions. Identity and Directory services: Design, management and maintenance of Microsoft Active Directory, OpenLDAP, KeyCloak and Microsoft's enterprise Single Sign-On technologies. Mobile device management: Covering 300+ deployed mobile devices, applying best practice and industry standards. Cyber security and information assurance: Managing and maintaining intrusion detection apparatus, supporting queries/investigations and hardened configuration of IT equipment. DevSecOps and Site Reliability Engineering: Supporting enterprise software teams and their Ci/CD requirements using tools such as GitLab, Jenkins